I love buying a new car. It's great shelling out $5K upfront and have the value of the car plummet as soon as I drive it off the dealer's lot. Also, I love it that my monthly payments are at least 20% higher than if I leased the thing. Oh wait, I forgot about the expensive maintenance after the warranty expires.

Seriously, there are pros and cons of both methods and it depends on the individual situation.

If I want a new car, and I can afford it, that is my decision; so let me get back to wiping my ass with Ben Franklins..